Making a difference for donkeys
Whether you’re flying solo or rallying friends, family, schoolmates, or colleagues, kickstart your imagination and get your fundraising ideas flowing with our list of fun ways you can raise funds for donkeys in need.
Together, we can make a difference for donkeys and have fun doing it.
Get moving for donkeys
Whether you choose to walk, run, cycle, or dance, every step, pedal, or move makes a difference.
Lace up your trainers: You could take on a marathon, half-marathon, triathlon, 10K or 5K – whatever suits your level. Find out everything you need to know about applying for a space at the London Marathon with The Donkey Sanctuary.
Get on your bike: Why not go for a sponsored cycle? Or if you don’t fancy getting on the roads, you could organise a charity cycle at your local gym and get a whole team of spinners involved!
Best foot forward: If running’s not your thing, take on a walking challenge – this could be in a group or even with your dog – raise money while enjoying the great outdoors.
Super schools
Encourage generosity and teamwork through fun and meaningful fundraising activities at school.
Fancy Dress Day: From superheroes to Disney princesses, students can dress as their favourite characters in exchange for a donation.
Uniform-free days: Unite the school in support of a non-uniform day, with a small donation making a big impact.
School fete: Celebrate the end of the school year and raise funds for donkeys. Consider donating a portion of the proceeds to your long-eared friends.
Work(ing) wonders
Your colleagues can be a great source of support – why not get them involved?
Dress-up for donks: Get your workplace involved by hosting a fancy dress or wear your pyjamas to work day. Collect donations and turn the office into a fabulous fashion show.
Bake sale : A classic bake sale is a great way to raise funds for donkeys. Why not add a bit of friendly competition by encouraging your colleagues to whip together their best recipes and see who earns the title of office star baker? Discover our guide to baking for donkeys.
Quiz: Bring your team together for a fun quiz night. Share the proceeds with donkeys and the winners, it’s a great way to raise funds and have a memorable evening.
At home heroes
Do it for donkeys without leaving the comfort of your own home!
Come dine for donkeys: Invite friends or family over for a sumptuous meal they won’t forget. Share your love for donkeys and raise funds while you’re at it.
Take your challenge online: With many of us now masters of Zoom and Teams, why not bring together friends and family for a virtual experience: book clubs, quiz nights, cooking lessons – there’s so much you could choose from.
Declutter your life and change a donkey’s: Sell your unwanted items online and donate the funds to donkeys!
Push yourself
What better reason to get out of your comfort zone than by raising funds for the donkeys you love!
Push yourself to new heights by participating in a sponsored skydive, or if you’re feeling adventurous, why not challenge yourself to climb to the top of a mountain peak?
You could even get a group of friends involved and conquer it together.
Challenge yourself
Empower yourself and others through fundraising. Discover the joy of mastering a new skill or switch up your routine and benefit donkeys at the same time.
Give it up: Get sponsored to give something up. Whether it’s bidding goodbye to that sneaky chocolate bar or cutting back on social media, encouraging others to sponsor your efforts is a great way to get the funds for donkeys rolling in.
Commit to a 10-week challenge: Why not spread your fundraising out over a long period? You could challenge yourself to learn to play an instrument and hold a concert, or learn to paint and sell your artwork at an exhibition within 10 weeks.
Sponsored silence: Use the power of words to make a statement – by saying absolutely nothing!
Get creative
Craft creations: From handmade jewellery to handy tote bags, selling crafts to friends, family or at fairs is a great way to support donkeys and spread some love. Discover our guide to getting crafty for donkeys.
Dare to be different: Ever thought about doing something totally different with your hair? Or if you’re feeling bold, you could dye your hair a vibrant colour or brave the shave and raise funds.
Are you ready to do it for donkeys?
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